Ciabatta French Toast with Raspberry Preserves

Pour preserves into a medium saucepan. Add water and berries (reserve a few of each for topping). Bring to a boil and reduce heat. Simmer until thickened a bit. Keep warm.

Beat eggs and half-and-half. Add cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Dip sliced ciabatta bread into egg mixture and brown in pan with melted butter, 3-4 minutes per side. The more butter the better so the edges get very crispy—that is what this french toast is all about.

Warm preserves while making french toast. Drizzle preserve mixture over french toast. Top with more berries and powdered sugar.